Ireland Art, Food + People Pictures

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Explore a Neolithic tomb, walk along rocky cliffs as waves crash below or just enjoy a laugh with the locals in this long-inhabited island nation.

Shannon is a new town in County Clare, Ireland, situated on the estuary of the River Shannon which gives it its name. Home to Shannon Airport, it lies halfway between the city of Limerick, in County Limerick, and Ennis, the county town of County Clare, and is thus conveniently located for visiting both counties.

Come for the culture, and stay for the craic. Ireland’s compact capital has something for everyone.

Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.

Experience the harshness of Irish penal life in the 19th century as you wander amid the cells of this architecturally impressive former prison.

Stretching from the mountains to the east coast, with one of Ireland\'s most exciting cities in between, this fascinating county is Ireland’s thriving cultural hub.

Come for the culture, and stay for the craic. Ireland’s compact capital has something for everyone.